Peking Pork
Peking Pork, often called Chinese-style crispy roast pork, is a beloved dish featuring succulent pork belly or loin coated in a sweet, sticky, and savory glaze, then roasted or fried until the exterior achieves a signature crackling crispness. It typically includes ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or sugar, garlic, ginger, and sometimes five-spice powder, and is a popular item in Chinese cuisine, particularly in Cantonese and Peking-inspired culinary traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat and protein due to the pork, with a moderate amount of carbs from the sugary glaze, providing key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving (about 150-200 grams) can range from 400 to 600 calories, depending on the cut of pork and the amount of glaze used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 520 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 4.8 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 7.5 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Peking Pork is a festive dish often served during celebrations like Lunar New Year, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. Nutritionally, the high fat content from the pork belly makes it a rich source of energy, while the glaze adds a unique balance of sweet and savory flavors that highlight the Chinese culinary philosophy of harmonizing tastes.
